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M59 JGB

1998 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,148 mi
Last recorded120,148 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-381,667 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM59 JGB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2008 120,148 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 105,140 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 97,619 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 97,619 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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M59 JGB is a 1998 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 81,667 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M59 JGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M59 JGB registered?

M59 JGB is a 1998 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is M59 JGB safe to buy?

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